Plastic Surgery by Dr. Karina Porter

Plastic Surgery by Dr. Karina Porter is a private practice in the Ipanema district of Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. The clinic focuses on surgical body contouring and advanced non-surgical aesthetic medicine. Led by Dr. Karina Porter, the practice provides care from initial evaluation through post-operative monitoring.

Accreditations and Professional Background

The clinic holds TEMOS accreditation and is registered with CREMERJ. Dr. Karina Porter serves as the Responsible Technician for the practice. She trained at the Federal University of the State of Rio de Janeiro. She then completed a general surgery residency at the Federal Hospital of Lagoa. Her plastic surgery training followed at Galeão Air Force Hospital.

Plastic Surgery and Body Contouring

The surgical department performs procedures for the body, face, and breasts. Dr. Karina Porter uses techniques that minimize visible scarring and achieve natural proportions. The clinic offers several major surgical options:

• M.I.L.A. – a minimally invasive abdominoplasty that corrects muscle separation through small incisions.
• Lipoabdominoplasty – combines a tummy tuck with liposuction for enhanced contouring.
• Mastopexy – breast lift surgery, with or without silicone implants.
• Buttock lift – including the Brazilian Butt Lift (BBL) and gluteal implants.
• Facial surgery – including facelifts, rhinoplasty, and neck lifts.

Post-operative care is central to the surgical process here. Patients receive guidance on swelling control and scar management. This includes compression garments and lymphatic drainage sessions. Following these recommendations helps produce lasting, natural-looking results.

Aesthetic Medicine and Skin Technologies

The practice offers non-surgical options for facial rejuvenation and skin quality improvement. These treatments suit patients who want lifting effects without incisions or long recovery. Key technologies include:

• Ultraformer MPT – uses micro- and macro-focused ultrasound to stimulate collagen and lift tissue.
• Robotic Micro-needling – creates microchannels so the skin absorbs regenerative substances more effectively.
• Exosome Therapy – uses extracellular vesicles to support skin regeneration and treat stretch marks.
• MD Codes – a structured mapping system for precise facial filler placement.

Exosome treatments are often paired with robotic micro-needling or fractionated lasers. This combination helps the regenerative vesicles reach deeper skin layers.

International Patient Services

The clinic provides a structured care experience for international travelers visiting Rio de Janeiro. This includes dedicated patient coordination and educational materials. Medical staff communicate in three languages:

• English
• Spanish
• Portuguese

Follow-up support is available from initial planning through final recovery.